5.8 qt
Capacity
400°F
Max Temp
13
Presets
12 lb
Weight
Our Verdict
9.0/10
★★★★½ (4.5/5)
After a year of daily use, the COSORI 5.8 Pro remains our most-recommended air fryer for first-time buyers. It's quiet, spacious (the square basket is deceptively big), simple to clean, and priced well under the premium competition. Not as feature-rich as the Ninja DZ201, but for straight-up air frying, it's excellent.
✅ Pros
- Huge square basket (fits more than round)
- Quiet fan (noticeably quieter than Ninja)
- 13 preset programs
- Dishwasher-safe nonstick basket
- Under $100 on sale frequently
- Nonstick coating still intact after a year of use
- Clean, readable LED interface
❌ Cons
- Max temp 400°F (not 450 like Ninja)
- Single zone only
- Preset button placement is awkward
- Large footprint despite being single-basket
- No viewing window
Who This Is For
First-time air fryer buyers. Anyone on a budget (under $100). Families of 2-4. People who want a quiet appliance. Renters who move often (it's lighter than most).
Who Should Skip It
Anyone who wants 450°F for maximum crispness. Families of 5+ (step up to 8 qt). People who need dual zones. Cooks who want advanced features like app control.